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Kidney-friendly nutrition, CKD diet plans, and healthy eating strategies. Expert guidance on potassium, phosphorus, protein, plant-based diets, and foods that heal and protect kidney function.
3 Hydration Mistakes That Are Damaging Your Young Wrestler's Kidneys (And How to Fix Them)
As a board-certified nephrologist and wrestling parent, I've seen the long-term consequences of poor hydration habits. Here's what every...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Sep 186 min read
Stop Following Kidney Diets - Here's What Actually Works for Diabetic Kidney Disease
By Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN - Board-Certified Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist The Patient Who Changed Everything Last...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Aug 157 min read
How 'Healthy' Habits Are Destroying Your Kidneys: A Doctor's Guide to 3 Deadly Wellness Traps
By Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD, MS, FASN - Board-Certified Nephrologist and Obesity Medicine Specialist Ten days of green smoothies put a healthy...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Aug 107 min read
The Potato Revolution: How This "Junk Food" Can Actually Help You Lose Weight and Control Blood Sugar
Think potatoes are off-limits for weight loss? Science says you might be wrong. If you've been avoiding potatoes because you think...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Aug 25 min read
Heavy Metals in Food: The Hidden Kidney Threat You Need to Know About
Part 4 of our Kidney Protection Series You diligently check food labels for sugar and calories, but have you ever checked for lead and...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Aug 26 min read
Erythritol and Heart Health: Is Your Favorite Low-Calorie Sweetener Putting You at Risk?
Low-calorie sweeteners (LCS), also known as non-nutritive or artificial sweeteners, have become a go-to option for people looking to...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 284 min read
Is Your Gut Holding You Back from Exercising? The Surprising Link Between Microbiome and Motivation
Struggling to Stay Motivated to Exercise? Your Gut Might Be to Blame You’ve set your fitness goals. You know the benefits. But somehow,...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 273 min read
The Untold CKD Research Story: Could a Low-Protein Diet Save Your Kidneys?
The Hidden Crisis of Chronic Kidney Disease Did you know that nearly 1 in 7 adults in the United States —around 15% of the population...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 273 min read
Microplastics Found in 100% of Human Kidneys: The Hidden Environmental Threat Destroying Your Health (Part 3)
Every human kidney tested in 2024 studies contained plastic particles—not most kidneys, every single one. The Shocking Reality We Can No...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 265 min read
Artificial Sweeteners: The Truth About Stevia, Splenda & More
The Truth About Alternative Sweeteners: What Science Really Says About Diabetes, Weight Loss, and Your Health If you've switched from...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 238 min read
Effective Strategies to Prevent Kidney Disease
Kidney disease is a serious health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. It silently progresses, often leading to...
Sean Hashmi, MD
Jul 214 min read
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